Although you might understand the basic functionality, you may still be curious to know what makes your TomTom GPS device tick. Whether you own a TomTom 940 or XL, each device consists of two major components: hardware and software. There is small computer in your sat nav receiver that makes sure the software runs efficiently. [...]
GPS is one of the latest and most innovative developments in the world of communications. Due to the nature of the technology, which thrives off radio signals delivered by a network of satellites orbiting the earth, it is easily able to extend its functionality to mobile phones as they work in similar fashion with cell [...]
The GPS (Global Positioning System) is the only fully functioning GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) both in and outside of the world. Leveraging a network of 24 medium Earth orbiting satellites, the system enables a GPS device to process accurate microwave signals to determine time, location, speed and direction.
GPS systems have evolved tremendously since first being introduced to the United States military in 1978. Launched from the Vandenberg Air Force Base in Santa Barbara County, California, NAVASTAR 1 was officially the first of 24 satellites to make up the Global Positioning System. Since then, GPS has revolutionized how the United States goes to [...]
Social networks are not limited to just the internet. GPS technology too traversed into the 2.0 realm with user-generated map improvements.
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While backseat drivers are not always appreciated, when they arrive in the form of GPS turn-by-turn navigation directions, it may be music to any driver’s ears.
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Last year, TomTom continued to further its leading distance from the competition by introducing its IQ Routes technology. The technology is based on the average speeds actually measured on the road instead of posted speed limits. This means that the new TomTom GPS devices can determine routes by considering all options and selecting one that [...]
TomTom’s HD Traffic and navigation systems have made the lives of commuters less congested, to say the least. Available in an increasing number of metropolitan areas, these services help motorists stay up to date with real-time traffic conditions along the routes that have been programmed into their GPS systems. A GPS system enabled with traffic [...]
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GPS software, particularly types of mapping software, can greatly enhance your portable GPS or in car sat nav system, depending on your needs. Whether your primary goal is to build topographical maps or plan your next vacation, GPS mapping software can get you there.
The world’s biggest and leading navigation elucidation provider - TomTom has launched its all new TomTom GO x40 LIVE series. This new product will change the whole driving experience now. The product is an edition of TomTom’s inventive IQ Routes technology. It will help users to find out traveling time by ancient travel duration information [...]
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